“The collapse of a building at Satya Niketan, Delhi is distressing. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones,” the Prime Minister’s Office said in a post on X.

Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Fire Service, Delhi Police, and other agencies are working at the site to clear the heavy debris.

Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi said officials responsible for permitting such illegal constructions will face strict action, and in a post on X, he said those found guilty will face severe consequences, including immediate dismissal from service.